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An official statement from NASCAR defended the right to 'peacefully express one's opinion' – just hours after President Trump praised the sport's fans for not 'disrespecting our Country or our Flag.
The popular sport hit back amid a …

LOUDON, N.H. — NASCAR legend and team owner Richard Petty says he’ll fire any drivers who protest the national anthem.
“Anybody that don’t stand up for the anthem ought to be out of the country. Period. What got ’em where they’re at? The United States,” …

On Feb. 11, Christopher Barton’s memorial Facebook page was flooded with pictures of strawberry cupcakes with chocolate icing. A communal birthday present, if you will.
They were always his favorite, simple and sweet. It’s a small way for his closest …

By Rick Noack, The Washington Post
President Donald Trump caused confusion during a Saturday rally in Florida when he said: “You look at what’s happening last night in Sweden. Sweden, who would believe this?” Trump then mentioned the French cities of Nice …

By The Associated Press
DALLAS (AP) - The Latest on the shooting of police officers in Dallas (all times local):
1:25 p.m.
NASCAR has conducted a five-minute moment of silence to honor five Dallas police officers killed by snipers in an attack Thursday …

DALLAS (AP) - The Latest on the shooting of police officers in Dallas (all times local):
1:20 p.m.
A Texas Republican blames the words and actions of President Barack Obama and other prominent leaders for contributing to the deadly violence that occurred …

Published: Saturday, July 2, 2016 at 7:11 p.m.
Last Modified: Sunday, July 3, 2016 at 7:31 p.m.
Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Telvin Smith admits he has never even watched a NASCAR race, but gets to start the race at the front of the pack, sort to speak …

Mark Singleton has spent time in war zones, on the Coastal Carolina football field and now he’s hitting up the NASCAR pits.
Singleton – who walked on to the Chanticleer football team in 2012 after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps – will work on the pit …

CHARLOTTE, NC (WWBT) -
On a weekend where Americans reflect on the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defending our nation, America's most popular motor sports organization is honoring those men and women during one of their biggest …

For Pat and Mary Massarelli, NASCAR races have never been a must-see television event.
But that will change Sunday when the Hamilton residents tune in for the Coca-Cola 600 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway.
That’s because their son, Robert, who died while …

West Palm Beach native Marine Staff Sgt. Jason C. Ramseyer, killed at age 28 while conducting combat operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in Haditha, Iraq, on April 20, 2006, will be honored by NASCAR during the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte …

FONTANA >> A tradition that is nearly as old as the Auto Club Speedway is the pre-race awarding of the Justice Brothers‐Shav Glick Award, which recognizes a motorsports personality from the state who have made valuable or distinguished contributions …

FONTANA >> A tradition that is nearly as old as the Auto Club Speedway is the pre-race awarding of the Justice Brothers‐Shav Glick Award, which recognizes a motorsports personality from the state who have made valuable or distinguished contributions …

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Republican presidential candidate Marco Rubio is using every bit of momentum his campaign received from the Iowa caucuses to show New Hampshire voters that he - and not his competition - is the Republican for all...
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LISLE, Ill., Nov. 09, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thanks to Eckrich, the makers of naturally hardwood smoked sausage and savory deli meats, a local military family was honored by NASCAR driver Aric Almirola on Sunday morning before the race at the Texas …

Karuna Thompson, Buddhist Chaplain at Oregon State Penitentiary, walks the cells block at the maximum security prison in Salem, Ore. (Journey Films)
“Chaplains” is a two-hour look at the vocation, lives and ministries of chaplains in the United States …

Published: Sunday, July 5, 2015 at 10:39 p.m.
Last Modified: Sunday, July 5, 2015 at 10:40 p.m.
NASCAR wound up its annual seven-week, summer military salute in grand fashion Sunday at the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway.
A class of 30 …

"I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty and freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it's marked by the blood of those who died defending it." — South Dakota …

"I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty and freedom. It is the history of our nation, and it's marked by the blood of those who died defending it." — John Thune
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Secretary of Defense James N. Mattis and the Republic of Korea Minister of National Defense Song Young-moo have agreed to resume the annual combined exercises including Foal Eagle and Key Resolve which were deconflicted with the schedule of the Olympic …

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The Kenya Rugby Union (www.KRU.co.ke) announces the appointment of Ian Snook as the Head Coach of the Kenya fifteens national team,The Simbas.
The New Zealand national brings with him a vast wealth of experience, having served in various high profile …

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Multipurpose Agility Mat to be Fit and Fast Soon to Launch
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, USA, March 19, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new fun and challenging workout is set to unleash Super Fit and Fast heroes among men and women around the world with …

Boston, MA, March 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gordon Brothers, the global advisory, restructuring, and investment firm, announced that it has been engaged by Triad Racing Technologies (“TRT”) to sell the assets associated with its race engine shop …

The Kenya Rugby Union (www.KRU.co.ke) announces the appointment of Ian Snook as the Head Coach of the Kenya fifteens national team,The Simbas.
The New Zealand national brings with him a vast wealth of experience, having served in various high profile …

SEATTLE, March 19, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SportsArt, the leader in sustainable fitness equipment, today announces the launch of the world’s first energy producing treadmill, the VERDE™ G690. The treadmill is the latest cardio machine to join the company …

KCB and Kabras Sugar set up a repeat of last year’s final after emerging from the Kenya Cup semis unscathed.
Defending champions KCB ended a three year wait for Kenya Cup victory over Resolution Impala Saracens, defeating them 15-0 at the KCB Sports Club …

INDIAN WELLS, Calif., March 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BNP Paribas has extended its title sponsorship of the BNP Paribas Open from 2019 through 2023. BNP Paribas began its title sponsorship of the tournament in 2009, and over the course of this …

The Elite Sprinter withdraws to prepare for Outdoor Season
AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Andre De Grasse has made the decision to withdraw from the Games in order to be better prepared for a full outdoor season …

Teams from companies in Houston show the impact of their wellness programs by training for and conquering a 3-course fitness challenge hosted by Fit Company.
HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA, March 16, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On February 24, 2018 …

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 16, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a new story for the Inside Science News Service, freelance journalist Marcus Woo explores the falling popularity of high-top basketball shoes and how researchers and other experts think the change …

The National Women’s Hockey League's Isobel Cup Playoffs Start This Weekend
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COLLEYVILLE, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, March 15, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One of life’s greatest pleasures is taking a well-deserved much needed vacation. The average person spends ten hours researching a vacation online which can also be …

22 Other Cities Join Orlando in Final Bid Submission to FIFA;
United Bid Projects 5.8 Million Tickets to be Sold in 2026, Generating $2.1 Billion in Revenue
ORLANDO, Fla., March 15, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orlando has been included as an official …

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CIBS is the most comprehensive and longest established boat & yacht event in China, bringing together more than 40,000 visitors and over 500 exhibitors from all over the world, along with 6 national pavilions, providing access to the whole industrial supply chain, from 53 countries and regions. It is the best professional platform for marine industry leaders and enthusiasts to meet, network, source new suppliers, build relationships with existing partners and shape the future of the boating industry.

Join Kevin Keegan OBE for a Sportman's Dinner
An evening of entertainment with Kevin Keegan former English Footballer & Manager. As a forward he played for several clubs including Liverpool and Hamburg SV. He went onto manage Newcastle United, Fulham, and Manchester City.
Also on the night comedy from the hilarious Mr Josh Daniels, Hot table platters, raffle, memorabilia auction and much more.

Following the resounding success of the inaugural edition of the Mavic Haute Route Rockies, the second edition is set to take place in June 2018!
The second edition will run over seven days from June 23rd to June 29th in Colorado, the heartland of American cycling. The seven timed and ranked stages will once again include high altitude passes, beautiful panoramas across the vast Colorado plains and iconic hardpack dirt roads.
Don’t worry! The hardpack dirt roads are safe and manageable with a standard road bike with 25mm tyres and any section of dirt road will be memorable.
Registration day will take place on June 22nd, and the nearest international airport will be Denver International (DIA). Boulder will serve as the official start city of the seven-day event, which includes ...

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FIBO is the world’s largest professional fitness expo, with a history of 32 years, FIBO CHINA has been inheriting German DNA and internationally advantageous resources, and dedicating provide a future trend exhibition platform with the updated trend, updated technology, updated concept and updated mode for the fitness industry. We build a professional and international platform that connects China's fitness industry to the international development ...